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BritGAF |OT| Mad Stacks Beyond Thunderlord
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For a weakness I'd probably say presentations because I can follow it up with how I've tried to put myself out there to do more (even if it isn't strictly true). Also I think I come across OK in 1 to 1 interviews quite well so it shouldn't do too much damage as I'm hopefully presenting myself well at the time.
I have an interview with Deloitte in a week, looking over the competences and example questions on wikijobs my biggest problem is probably a lack of extra curricular achievements. My CV is good for academic and work experience, but I'm not involved in any sports or volunteering or shit like that.
I have an interview with Deloitte in a week, looking over the competences and example questions on wikijobs my biggest problem is probably a lack of extra curricular achievements. My CV is good for academic and work experience, but I'm not involved in any sports or volunteering or shit like that.
Little Old Man
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I've got little in the way of sports or work experience, so you aren't as fucked as me. Thing is I did martial arts for three years before university, and haven't done anything whilst here as I'm not into sport. Can't exactly put I go to the gym can I?
Edit: reckon I could become a Starcraft 2 champion in a couple of weeks so I have a sport of sorts? We're gunna need a montage!
phisheep
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Line to take is something like this: "Look, it's a team. There's not necessarily only one way to get things right, so if my way isn't followed I don't feel bad about it - why should I? I suppose if the rest of the team is completely off course I'd have to push my side more but that really hasn't happened to me yet. It's about persuasion, not about getting your own way, that's what teamwork is."
If your weakness is about presentations, try to narrow it down a bit. For example, I'm great at presenting to a small group of say up to 5 people or a big group of say 1,000 but it's the middle sizes that make me uncomfortable. In a small group I can respond to each individual, in a large group I can focus on the reason they all came - middle sized groups are hard because I can't easily keep focus on something that everybody needs out of it.
That's a good answer, because whoever is interviewing you is probably comfortable with small groups, uncomfortable with large groups and will be impressed as hell that you've done (if you have!) any really big ones!
Don't just say that "presentations" is a weakness, think about it a bit more.
Even with Deloitte you don't have to be the big guy at the party all the time. What they're looking for is partly some sense of work/life balance (that you've got some other outlet) and partly general getting-along-with-random-people stuff. Take up golf. Now!
blahblah...blah
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That's an outstanding answer to that sort of question.
Also this British invasion threat is full of lunatics...
Thanks phisheep that is good advice.
My problem with not having sports isn't come across as well rounded, it's the specific questions "What goals have you had in the past and how did you achieve them". I mean I have interests but they aren't "goal orientated" so to speak. They ask for 2 examples, so I can say academic achievement (I'm on to get a first) but the 2nd will probably have to be something weak like I built my own computer or I went skiing. Might not even get the question anyway.
I've been thinking over the "Why Deloitte / Why this department" and in my head I have really solid answers (it's easier when it's genuine I guess lol). I don't think my area is as concerned with business interest questions that I know they ask for audit and my knowledge of the general news is fine. Overall I'm pretty confident about the interview, although it's a week out yet so that will probably change.
One interesting question I saw is 'what business do you admire the most?' Interested to hear other peoples answers. I'm sure they get swamped with Google/Apple. I was thinking Red Bull for their unique sponsorships, they aren't into any deep unethical stuff are they?
My problem with not having sports isn't come across as well rounded, it's the specific questions "What goals have you had in the past and how did you achieve them". I mean I have interests but they aren't "goal orientated" so to speak. They ask for 2 examples, so I can say academic achievement (I'm on to get a first) but the 2nd will probably have to be something weak like I built my own computer or I went skiing. Might not even get the question anyway.
I've been thinking over the "Why Deloitte / Why this department" and in my head I have really solid answers (it's easier when it's genuine I guess lol). I don't think my area is as concerned with business interest questions that I know they ask for audit and my knowledge of the general news is fine. Overall I'm pretty confident about the interview, although it's a week out yet so that will probably change.
One interesting question I saw is 'what business do you admire the most?' Interested to hear other peoples answers. I'm sure they get swamped with Google/Apple. I was thinking Red Bull for their unique sponsorships, they aren't into any deep unethical stuff are they?
I hope not because that's a really good answer. I've been thinking about Red Bull quite a bit lately. Even though I don't drink the stuff I'm full of admiration for the work they've done in bringing niche (usually X-treme) sports into the limelight. They're cool cats.
Little Old Man
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ARM perhaps? Pretty big player now.
Samsung? Rapid growth in the past decade in so many areas, challenging the likes of Apple, and in the consumer electronics market all the Japanese giants?
Finished the questions at last! One final check over tomorrow and then I'll finally send the application in!
Samsung? Rapid growth in the past decade in so many areas, challenging the likes of Apple, and in the consumer electronics market all the Japanese giants?
Finished the questions at last! One final check over tomorrow and then I'll finally send the application in!
fizzelopeguss
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Samsung are actually scary, they're into everything.
Well on their way to weyland yutani megacorp dominance.
Well on their way to weyland yutani megacorp dominance.
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Insomnia and Twitter really don't mix.
There's now a video of me singing the Skyfall theme in my Wolves top on there. :s
There's now a video of me singing the Skyfall theme in my Wolves top on there. :s
radioheadrule83
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They deserve it really. This Galaxy Note 2 review aroused me way too much!
Post it bro!
I went to the Liverpool v Newcastle game while hungover yesterday and immediately crawled into bed afterwards, waking up at 12.30 for maximum sleep cycle fail.
Here's me wearing what's meant to be a Liono costume, trying to play the Thundercats theme on a keyboard: http://youtu.be/94oqzrl0Awk
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radioheadrule83
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Sigh.
I apologise for my accent, voice, singing and face.
heh I'm guessing from the intro that we're missing a lot of the backstory to you doing that!
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Musha_Soturi
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Fucking Monday.
I hate Monday.
I hate Monday.
Jedeye Sniv
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Yeah, back at proper work after the two week half term we just had. After two weeks of coming in at 10.30 and going home at 3, this full day is kicking my arse already. Early night tonight!
Today's work - alphabetise around 1000 certificates. Fuck.
EDIT: also am annoyed at Amazon this morning, got an email from them saying they're having trouble processing my payment for Halo. Check my bank, still got a grand in there so it's not on my end. But this means that I probably can't get delivery until thursday which defeats the purpose of making my wife go out on tuesday and wednesday (ok I'm not making her go out, it's just a happy conincidence). Tempted to cancelled my order and go to town tomorrow lunchtime.
Today's work - alphabetise around 1000 certificates. Fuck.
EDIT: also am annoyed at Amazon this morning, got an email from them saying they're having trouble processing my payment for Halo. Check my bank, still got a grand in there so it's not on my end. But this means that I probably can't get delivery until thursday which defeats the purpose of making my wife go out on tuesday and wednesday (ok I'm not making her go out, it's just a happy conincidence). Tempted to cancelled my order and go to town tomorrow lunchtime.
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No sleep last night, and hours of lectures this morning.
A cup of strong tea it is. :/
A cup of strong tea it is. :/
Fuck waiting till tomorrow, Drive/cycle/walk/cab it into tesco tonight at midnight and pick up a copy.
Jedeye Sniv
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This is very tempting, but sleep is more important than even Halo! But I wonder if I could pick it up on the way into work instead... supermarkets are 24 hours, right?
Most are. Another reason why supermarkets are better than local shops.
I'l be going to a local asda tonight for it. I wonder what the turnout will be like.
Or buy from shopto and have it today!!
This is halo. Its not the same having it posted when you can stand in an awkward que waiting for midnight.
Something went wrong when i bought GTA IV online years ago and i had to wait an extra fucking day.
Jedeye Sniv
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I super do not trust next day delivery fro online now after being fucked around by the usually very reliable amazon. I want it in my hands tomorrow. Or I will maybe not cry but definitely sulk hardcore.
Swap out Mountain Dew for Irn Bru and you got yerself a deal. Can you even buy Mountain Dew here still?
The pain of having to wait another day is so acute for some game. There's only 2 or 3 franchises that I NEED day one, and Halo and GTA are two of em.
I did a midnight launch for Reach and it was my first ever. Both me and the Mrs were off so I convinced her at last minute to come out with me. We were both insanely high and stood in the queue in Game judging nerds, it was great fun. They were the only people I have met that were impressed by the Legendary statue for it... everyone else is like "why the fuck do you have toys next to your xbox?"
My friends are so un-nerdy
Jedeye Sniv
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Irn Bru from a can is THE SHIT. It makes it taste even more yummy and metallic.
No. I'm sorry Jed, but it's not Irn Bru unless it's in a glass ginger bottle.
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Irn Sghts, surely?
Kendrick Lamar's Section.80 is fucking incredible! Really brightened up my monday morning.
Also, just got my medical consent forms for my laser eye surgery appointment this friday. Don't wear contacts, no makeup, no loose-fabric clothes blah blah. meh, I ain't even worried. No more glasses ftw.
Also, just got my medical consent forms for my laser eye surgery appointment this friday. Don't wear contacts, no makeup, no loose-fabric clothes blah blah. meh, I ain't even worried. No more glasses ftw.
Were on the same level man, I'm going to listen to it in my car today for the first time. Maad city ain't left my cd player since i got the fucking car
so fucking good.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QjlFqgRbICY
so fucking good.
I couldn't agree more.
The second he announces that he's doing a show in Glasgow; we're going!
Haven't heard Maad City yet but I'm working my way towards it.
http://www.songkick.com/concerts/14440874-kendrick-lamar-at-o2-abc
Wednesday 16 January 2013
Kendrick Lamar
Go to HMV and buy MAAD city asap, entire fucking album is amazing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-ejyHzz3XE
Wednesday 16 January 2013
Kendrick Lamar
I couldn't agree more.
The second he announces that he's doing a show in Glasgow; we're going!
Haven't heard Maad City yet but I'm working my way towards it.
Go to HMV and buy MAAD city asap, entire fucking album is amazing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-ejyHzz3XE
I'm there! £17.50 too? what a steal! This ticket will be bought today.
EDIT: Now if only Childish Gambino can pull his finger out and come over to Glasgow then 2013 will be incredible.
Lupe maybe? Would've sold my nuts to see him live 5 years ago. Not sure now.
Jedeye Sniv
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Ah motherfuck, can't cancel my Amazon order, will just have to be LTTP for Halo
Ah motherfuck, can't cancel my Amazon order, will just have to be LTTP for Halo
There's no point in getting halo 4 if your going to be late to the party. Everyone will already have tactics on all the maps making you a forever noob.
I'm pretty excited. Its been a while since i have singed on XBL. Its going to be good seeing what all my gamer friends are up to.
Been seriously neglecting this thread recently, sorry guys
Went up to Aberdeen to visit a friend for her birthday (and celebrate mine while up there, October birthday GAF woo)...also, Irn Bru.
Caught some crappy illness while up there, been in bed for a week with a fever. Sucks.
Ordered Halo 4 today, hype from 0 to purchase in 1 day.
Not much else new really, how's everyone's Monday dragging out?
Went up to Aberdeen to visit a friend for her birthday (and celebrate mine while up there, October birthday GAF woo)...also, Irn Bru.
Caught some crappy illness while up there, been in bed for a week with a fever. Sucks.
Ordered Halo 4 today, hype from 0 to purchase in 1 day.
Not much else new really, how's everyone's Monday dragging out?
In seriousness it was totally amazing up there. I've been to Scotland before, but never to a city (or since I was old enough to partake in the beverage)
I want to go back, could do without getting snowed on and eventually becoming ill next time though.
Jedeye Sniv
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I consider myself to be half decent at halo, I think I can catch up with the kiddies. And yeah, I don't think I've played on XBL since reach, I can't wait!
XBL isn't the same as it used to be since party chat. I miss talking with and screaming at random people. Online gaming is about quiet solitude these days rather than the old school party lines of the mid 2000s
or Dundee if you're into social deprivation.
Even for those who like a lot of chocolate on their biscuit?
Jedeye Sniv
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